Kumbh Mela, Simhasth, Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, India - 2016

Simhasth Kumbh Mela Mahaparv is rejoiced by holy dip in the Holy river 'Kshipra' in ancient and religious city Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh. Simhasth Kumbh Mela which occurs every 12 years. Simhasth Kumbh mela - 2016 is from April 22nd to May 21st 2016. The holy dip in river Kshipra is taken on the auspicious day at a defined time at which it is believed that ‘Nectar’ from ‘Kumbh’ was dropped in the river. It is believed that taking a dip in river Kshipra on this ocassion purifies the soul and overcomes all the sins.